Are you good to go? Because I should get that nap or I’ll be useless tonight. Go, he said. We’re going to do stuff. Now remember, always— Wear seat belts, make frequent bathroom stops, never let her o...
And then Jack noticed another thing. A lot had been happening around here, he guessed. While Mel went out the door with David, Brie took a slight detour, finding Mike, who was in a conversation with P...
And that’s when he learned that for women, all things are possible, and for men, time is required. There was recovery involved. Women, apparently, could just hop back on that bus, while the men were l...
Aiden was stunned silent for a minute. His mind was whirring. Then he was slowly overcome by a sly grin. Oh man, he said. You wouldn’t be able to keep yourself from answering the phone if it rang, hop...
After several minutes of quiet darkness, she heard his voice. Sorry if I scared you. I don’t roar that often. A slow smile spread on her lips and she snuggled in under the old quilt, more content than...
A gentleman I met while I was here for Luke’s wedding happens to be visiting again and we ran into each other at that little Virgin River bar. I pretended I couldn’t remember meeting him. I don’t know...
You were right, you know—coming here was completely crazy. It was irrational. To think I’d choose to go to a town where there’s no mall, much less a day spa, and one restaurant that doesn’t have a men...
You know, there’s this little rule about opinions. They’re only good when someone actually asks you for them. He
You don’t have to tell me, but does Luke have anything to do with this? No. No, of course not. You sure about that? She turned away from her uncle. I’ve been thinking about things and… She turned back...
What’s so funny? he asked. In the end, you begged. He sighed. I did. I begged. I’m sorry—I swore to you I’d never beg. I’m okay with it now, she laughed. I don’t think you’ll have to beg again. That’s...
We’re home, shortcake. Let’s find your jammies. She squirmed and murmured, not letting go of his neck. He laughed at her and said, I can’t help you change clothes if you don’t let go. With her face bu...
Were you ever lonely, Franci? he asked in a whisper against her neck. Without me? Her eyes popped open, but she kept her breathing even, pretending to be sleeping. I never thought about it, about bein...
Well, you don’t have to be shy with me, because I’ve been looking forward to meeting you. And I hear you’ve been a big help to Luke. Art lifted his eyes and said, You’re not the queen of England. Maur...
Well, not exactly. Thing is, I need to talk to someone who’s not a member of my family. About Luke. Gosh, Muriel said. I’m honored. I would’ve expected you to go to Mel. The two of you are awful close...
We could talk about it. Talk about what? Why you look like someone shot your dog. Shelby, I assume. Nah, Luke said, taking a drink. That’s not serious. I guess that has nothing to do with your sleeple...
The bartender set down a bowl along with a napkin and utensils, then stood there awaiting her. He held the chair for her. Close up, she saw how big a guy he was—over six feet and broad-shouldered. Mis...
Tell you what, Walt said. Let’s meet him in our birthday suits so he knows how it is with us. How about that? That’s just plain cruel. You’re the only one I plan to subject to that sight. Now, be civi...
So. That’s all you got? A wrecked SUV and a bear? Must be a little anticlimactic for you, she said. You calling that bear anticlimactic? Baby, that is a huge frickin’ bear! There must have been about...
Oh, hell no, you’re not going anywhere, Jack said. My sister’s having a baby, her first, and this is the cheering section. Wait a minute here, he said. I’m not real big on babies. We’ve been over this...
Oh Jesus, you think I’m letting you come over and pester me all the time because you’re the only available man in my age group! He lifted one black bushy brow. But am I? That’s so irrelevant! Chasing...